Production Operator

Production Operator Omaha, NE Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Maintaining an organized workspace Hazmat Process improvement Forklift High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Assembly Product development projects Receiving shipments Health and safety committees Manufacturing Clean workspace maintenance Pallet jack Root cause analysis Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description American Laboratories is a multi-industry supplier for the extensive products it manufactures. We were founded in 1967 based on the knowledge of manufacturing enzymes, proteins, and flavors to various industries. Today, American Laboratories offers an extensive listing of over 200 products to the Food Processing, Animal Health and Nutritional industries in the United States and 20 countries around the world. At American Laboratories, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and skills. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are devoted to offering an all-encompassing work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can stretch yourself and make an impact. We offer a variety of job specific and business skills programs and trainings to our employees. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them, and likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. We offer a highly competitive compensation package (salary and bonus) as well as a comprehensive, family-friendly benefits package including: Exceptional family medical, dental, and vision benefits (100% company paid premiums). 100% paid deductible/out of pocket expenses for Medical Paid time off and sick leave 9 paid holidays Exceptional 401k fund contributions (up to 9%) Wellness incentives Take your career to the next level by applying today! Pay is based on experience. Production Operator We have a career opportunity for a Production Operator. As a Production Operator, you will be responsible for the daily manufacturing operations and process oversight. The operator will be located at one of American Laboratories' south locations, working with different management levels and support personnel in other office locations.

The impact you will have:

You will assemble, operate and clean process equipment which may include granulators, delumpers, fitzmills, ball mills, sifters, blenders and any other equipment used in the manufacturing processes. You will operate test equipment such as pH meters. You will maintain equipment and work areas in a neat and orderly fashion. You will assist the Production Supervisors, Production Managers, Production and Quality Assurance personnel in troubleshooting and determining root cause of process deviations. You will assist Technical Services on process improvement and product development projects as assigned by supervisor. You will follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and safety SOPs and provide recommendations to the Safety Committee when appropriate. You may assist with shipping, receiving or transferring of products, materials or components to be used, stored or sold by American Laboratories.

What we are looking for:

High School Diploma. The ability to competently perform processing procedures. A strong understanding of manufacturing processes, cGMP, and manufacturing documentation, preferred. A willingness and ability to learn, work hands-on and with a sense of urgency, in a fast-paced and diverse product manufacturing environment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Physical requirements may include working with enzyme products, occasionally rolling or moving drums weighing from 50-350lbs., and lifting drums weighing up to 120lbs.; using material handling equipment such as barrel carts, dollies, pallet jacks and forklifts; bending, twisting and lifting material out of drums and boxes; working with and handling hazardous chemicals .

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person